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1. Tattoo Entry

• All competing tattoos must be initiated and completed within the designated Convention area. No unfinished tattoos will be eligible for competition.
• Touch-ups on healed tattoos for competition entries are strictly prohibited.

2. Model Presence:

• Tattoo models must be present during artist registration.

3. Artist Eligibility:

• Only artists attending the convention may enter their works in the competitions.

4. Entry Limit:

• Each artist may enter a maximum of one (1) tattoo per category.

5. Category Restrictions:

• A single tattoo may not be entered in multiple categories simultaneously, except for Best of Day and Best of Show.

6. Healed Tattoos:

• Healed tattoos are only eligible for the Best Healed category.

7. Award Ceremony:

• Both the artist and the model must be present at the award ceremony to receive their trophies. Award-winning artists are required to remain in the Convention area until after the ceremony concludes.

8. Photography:

• Photographers from renowned tattoo and lifestyle magazines will be present to capture images of contest winners and participants. The International Brussels Tattoo Convention reserves the right to use these photographs for promotional and documentation purposes. Artists will be required to confirm their consent during registration.

9. Application and Cancellation:

• If the number of applications in a category falls below 5, the category may be canceled. We strongly encourage online application.

1. Disqualification at Judging:

• Violation of entry requirements: Any tattoo found to be incomplete, started outside the Convention area, or not adhering to its designated category will be disqualified on-stage by the official judge. This includes exceeding size limitations or using prohibited styles.
• Touch-ups on healed tattoos: Any attempt to touch-up a healed tattoo intended for competition will result in disqualification.
• Unauthorized assistance: Using external help during the tattooing process within the Convention area is strictly prohibited. Any artist found receiving such assistance will be disqualified.
• Unprofessional conduct: Rude or disrespectful behavior towards judges, models, or fellow artists during the competition may lead to disqualification.

2. Rule Exploits and Loopholes:

• • Misrepresentation of entries: Registering a tattoo under a different category or age group with the intention of gaining an unfair advantage will lead to disqualification.
  • Collusion with judges: Any attempt to influence judges through unfair means, bribery, or pre-arranged agreements will result in immediate disqualification for both the artist and the model.
  • Multiple entries exceeding limits: Attempting to bypass the one-entry-per-category rule through alternate models or pseudonyms will be considered rule exploitation and lead to disqualification.